Darius Engineer
About Darius Engineer
Darius Engineer is a Senior Engineer specializing in eDrive Systems at Karma Automotive, with a diverse background in mechanical engineering across various companies including Textron Specialized Vehicles and General Motors. He holds a Master of Science from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona and a Bachelor of Science from Georgia Institute of Technology.
Work at Karma Automotive
Darius Engineer currently holds the position of Senior Engineer in eDrive Systems at Karma Automotive. He has been with the company since 2021 and is based in Irvine, California. In this role, he is responsible for developing and optimizing electric drive systems, contributing to the company's focus on sustainable mobility solutions.
Previous Experience at Textron Specialized Vehicles
Darius Engineer worked at Textron Specialized Vehicles in various mechanical engineering roles. He served as Mechanical Engineer II in Advanced Concepts and Military Engineering from 2019 to 2020 and as Mechanical Engineer III for a brief period in 2020. Prior to that, he was a Mechanical Engineer II in Powersports Engineering from 2018 to 2019. His experience at Textron involved working on innovative engineering projects within the specialized vehicle sector.
Education and Expertise
Darius Engineer is pursuing a Master of Science degree at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, expected to complete in 2024. He previously earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2014. His educational background supports his expertise in mechanical engineering and advanced concepts in vehicle design.
Experience at General Motors
Darius Engineer has significant experience at General Motors, where he held multiple engineering positions. He worked as a Studio Design Engineer from 2014 to 2016, a Fastener Test Engineer for 3 months in 2016, and as a Concept Vehicle and Integration Intern in 2013. His roles involved various aspects of vehicle design and testing, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of automotive engineering.
Internships and Early Career
Darius Engineer began his career with internships at notable organizations, including NASA and GE Aviation. He served as an Optics Intern at NASA from 2008 to 2009 and held several co-op positions at GE Aviation between 2011 and 2012. These experiences provided him with foundational skills in engineering and exposure to advanced aerospace technologies.